A San Marcos high school football player was shot dead at a graduation party, with the community mourning his loss and a GoFundMe set up for his family.

The Austin Police Department's SWAT team resolved a situation after a robbery suspect barricaded themselves in a North Austin apartment, with no ongoing threat to the community.

A 17-year-old was killed in a shooting in Uhland after an altercation. No arrests have been made, and police are investigating with the help of the Texas Rangers.

San Marcos Police arrested Erik Lee Cadena after finding a large stash of drugs and weapons at his home, including cocaine, MDMA, THC, marijuana, Adderall, multiple firearms, and luxury items.

Austin's Memorial Day may experience sun and thunderstorms, with a 30% chance of rain increasing to 50% in the evening. Rainfall may reach three-quarters of an inch.

The Texas Senate passed an $8.5 billion public school funding bill, with provisions for pay raises and education programs, pending Governor Abbott's approval.

A Caldwell County deputy was injured after a car chase while trying to apprehend a suspect, resulting in a crash. The deputy was hospitalized; the suspect is in custody.

Texas lawmakers have criticized the Senate's changes to the medical marijuana bill, which limit patient eligibility, while the House nears passing a bill to ban THC in hemp products.

The Zilker Eagle Mini Train in Austin has closed due to vandalism, with significant track damage causing a temporary shutdown and repair costs in the thousands.

The Texas House passed a bill increasing state oversight on public universities, potentially affecting course content and hiring decisions, raising concerns over academic freedom.

The Texas House has passed Senate Bill 8, mandating local sheriffs to cooperate with ICE on immigration enforcement, amidst concerns about its impact on communities.

Austin braces for a hot week with a high of 98 degrees and a heat index of 105. Nighttime brings strong winds; Memorial Day may see storms. Rain chances persist through midweek, with slightly cooler temperatures by Wednesday.

The TCSO is enhancing patrols on land and water for Memorial Day, focusing on preventing DUIs and promoting lake safety due to low water levels and hidden hazards.